I want to design a boat what software can i use for my computer

[giancarlolahoz]

I want to build a boat but im tired of drawing plans by hand what software can i use in order to do it in my computer

[Jeff]

First, start by visiting each site linked in this post and download a demo for each and see which one fits your needs and preferences the best: http://www.boatdesign.net/forums/sho...81&postcount=1 Note that some like Prosurf and Rhino are very affordable, while others cost quite a lot, but it will still be worthwhile for you to see the playing field of what's possible before ultimately selecting your software of choice.

[giancarlolahoz]

Thank You ver much

[Danielsan]

I use Solidworks2001, depending upon what you would like to draw this works relatively fine. AS for now I even found a way to put in place exact glass lay-up Layer by layer by only changing one item. So the exact weight division can be calculated and is handy to export in a excel sheet to make qty. and cost estimate.

PS I am not a pro and only do this for fun, so my "experience" may be subjective

Greetz,

[Dutch Peter]

Here's an other thread on the subject, related to free software:

Best Free or Low Cost Marine Design Software? (2001-2005)